Bacon Dog Treats
These dog treats are filled with bacon goodness and nutritious oats, and your pup is sure to go crazy for these!
I had a lot of bacon left after using only two slices for recipe testing. I figured I’d put them to good use in these dog treats for Butters and Ollie – that is, after Jason voiced his concerns that I should save the leftover bacon for his breakfast needs rather than serving them up to the dogs.
Even so, the dogs ended up getting the bacon, and boy were they in for a treat.
Now there’s actually only two slices of bacon here. The majority of the bacon actually comes from the fat – good old greasy bacon fat. That and whole wheat flour, old fashioned oats and pumpkin.
From there you can cut into your desired shapes. I used these personalized bones from Etsy, which just makes dog treats that much more fun to make.
I should also mention that Butters and Ollie not only enjoyed these but they both felt the need to eat these under the couch in complete darkness and privacy. Yes, I guess it’s just that good.
Bacon Dog Treats
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon, diced
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 3 cups whole wheat flour, or more, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes; set aside, reserving excess fat.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat pumpkin puree, eggs and bacon fat on medium-high until well combined, about 1-2 minutes. Gradually add old fashioned oats and 2 1/2 cups flour at low speed, beating just until incorporated. Add an additional 1/4 cup flour at a time just until the dough is no longer sticky. Add bacon, beating just until incorporated.
- Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Place into oven and bake until the edges are golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.*
- Let cool completely.
Notes
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style=”text-align: center;”>Bacon can be consumed as an occasional treat in small amounts, but please keep in mind that feeding any new food, especially in large amounts, can give your pup indigestion. Please consult with your pet’s veterinarian regarding possible allergies your dog may have.
These are fanfuckingtastic! My pup loves them. Happy fooding. Thanks!
I know right❤
I shared them with all my puppies friends.
The Best. Thanks
Are these crispy or chewy? Will they keep for a week?
They are more on the chewy side but can become crunchy with extended baking time. They will keep for a few days at room temperature and up to one week in the fridge (or freezer).
I live in Mexico, is there anything I can substitute for the pumpkin puree or do you have a recipe so that I can make my own?
Thank you!
Karen, there are many DIY recipes for pumpkin puree available online.
Hi,
Where did you get the cutter and how did you print the words BUTTERS on it. Thanks.
Anastasia, this is explained in the post along with a link to the store.
My little girl can’t have grain. What can I use instead?
Thank you
Please consult with your pet’s veterinarian regarding possible substitutions.
Do you have any information on storage and how long they will last?
These should keep in an airtight container for a few days. They can also be stored in the refrigerator to prolong shelf life.
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How long can you store these cookies and how do you store them? Have had corgies in the family for over 40 years (yikes) love them and love seeing you pictures of them.
These should keep in an airtight container for a few days. They can also be stored in the refrigerator to prolong shelf life.
Excellent idea with the pumpkin purée. Will make these soon!
I’m going to make these as they sound really good too. I get your dog eating them under the couch. My Abby, a Bichon, finds that eating something ‘awesome’ under the couch is primal to the wolf species that covets only the very best of food. I had to laugh while drinking my first cup of coffee this morning and reading your post. Thank you for making my day!
The description says that these have oats in them (and the picture shows this as well), but it is not in the recipe. Also the recipe directions call for adding bacon fat but the recipe itself does not specify this or the amount. I am sure my 2 corgis would devour these (they love your other treat recipe with pumpkin puree and peanut butter)…I just want to make sure I have a correct recipe.
Thanks for posting dog recipes 🙂
Daina, the recipe has been updated to include the old fashioned oats. As for the bacon fat, a specific amount is not listed. You can simply use the excess fat from cooking the bacon.
Thanks! 🙂
How much bacon fat do you use? It’s not listed.
Omg..your dogs are just 2 cute! !! Most definitely going to make these treats for the “grand dog” even though my grandson will probably get into them. .lol!
Thanks so much for this recipe. I must say your pooches are absolutely adorable.